Parshat Lech Lecha 5774
There’s a lesson in Parshat Lech Lecha that is easy to overlook.
It’s found in the middle of the parsha and that’s probably part of the reason why it’s overlooked.
Abraham – Avraham
Abraham (Avraham in Hebrew) is considered to be the father of the Jewish people. He is often considered to be the first Jew. His life is recorded in Genesis 11 – 25.
Jeremiah – Book Review
Last night I had the privilege of hearing Rabbi Dr. Binyamin Lau speak at the Jerusalem Great Synagogue.
It was the official launch of his book Jeremiah – The Fate of a Prophet.
Chayei Sarah 5773 – The Tenth Trial
There is a phenomena that we all see from time to time – a person who carefully observes Jewish ritual but seems to be lax when dealing with people.
In this week’s parsha we see how Abraham dealt with people during a very difficult time in his life.
Vayeira 5773 – Why Sarah Laughed
This parsha records the birth of Yitzchak (Isaac), the son of Abraham and Sarah.
His name is derived from the Hebrew word for laughter. It’s an appropriate name since both of his parents laughed when they heard that they would have a child.
Vayeira 5773 – How to be Spiritual
Our Sages tell us that Parshat Vayeira happened three days after Abraham circumcised himself. He was recovering from the circumcision and God appeared to him.
Abraham and Inspiration
Parshat Lech Lecha 5773
In a previous article I asked:
How did Abraham stay inspired all these years? Why didn’t the gaps, the long years of silence, wear him down?
How Many Times Did God Speak to Avraham?
Parshat Lech Lecha 5773
It’s easy to get the wrong impression.
When we read the Chumash, it seems like every few lines God is speaking to someone.
Sheker: Don’t Stand For It
Parshat Mishpatim 5772
A group of philanthropists visited the Chafetz Chaim. One of them, who had donated to the yeshiva before, said, “Surely the rabbi remembers me.”
The Chafetz Chaim replied, “I’m sorry. My memory is not what it used to be.”
Talk about Money – NOW?
Parshat Bo 5772
Often to understand the current parsha it is necessary to look back in the Torah.
Earlier this week I raised questions about the Jews borrowing objects from the Egyptians. The obvious problem was that the Jews were leaving Egypt and therefore could not possibly return the borrowed objects. Isn’t that a significant ethical lapse?